CCelebrities Read More Newstalk’s Ciara Kelly ‘devastated’ after death of ‘lovely sister’ DaraFebruary 11, 2026 The radio presenter announced the sad family news on her daily walking vlog on Instagram and has been…
EEntertainment Read More So what was in the bag? We asked Claire Byrne about Paschal Donohoe’s giftFebruary 11, 2026 We need your help now Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open. You are visiting us…
EEntertainment Read More Colm Meaney reveals plans to move back to Ireland from US because of Trump administrationFebruary 4, 2026 The top Irish actor, who is well-known for his roles in The Van and Law Abiding Citizen, said…
TTV Read More RTÉ director general Kevin Bakhurst says there will be no change to RTÉ pay cap despite Claire Byrne exit,February 3, 2026 Boss of national broadcaster also says water has passed under the bridge with Ryan Tubridy and does not…
EEntertainment Read More Claire Byrne is back on the mic at Newstalk today as the station's new schedule kicks in – The JournalFebruary 3, 2026 Claire Byrne is back on the mic at Newstalk today as the station’s new schedule kicks in The Journal‘It’s…
EEntertainment Read More Claire Byrne on leaving RTÉ: It felt like the organisation was wagging its finger at me, saying ‘you’ve been a bad person – you need to have a pay cap to stop your gallop’February 1, 2026 As her Newstalk début looms, the presenter tells Niamh Horan why she left the state broadcaster, a place…
MMusic Read More ‘It took me 25 minutes and six months to write’ – Chris de Burgh shares inspiration for The Lady In Red on its 40th anniversaryFebruary 1, 2026 ‘It’s like building a beautiful piece of furniture that will last and last and last’ The hit single…
EEntertainment Read More Newstalk’s Claire Byrne all set to begin on-air rivalry with RTÉ Radio 1’s David McCullaghJanuary 31, 2026 After poaching the broadcaster from RTÉ, Newstalk has overhauled its schedule. As her on-air rivalry with McCullagh begins…
EEntertainment Read More Claire Byrne promises 'more personality and more opinions' on new Newstalk show – The JournalJanuary 31, 2026 Claire Byrne promises ‘more personality and more opinions’ on new Newstalk show The Journal‘She’ll give Newstalk a shot in…
EEntertainment Read More ‘You need a call to listen’ – Joe Duffy ‘surprised’ Liveline dropped iconic theme tuneJanuary 28, 2026 The veteran RTÉ broadcaster said it was an “evocative” vital cue for listeners, especially given the show’s challenging…
EEntertainment Read More Do you listen to RTÉ Radio 1 or Newstalk in the mornings? – The JournalJanuary 17, 2026 Do you listen to RTÉ Radio 1 or Newstalk in the mornings? The JournalClaire Byrne: ‘I turned 50 and…
HHeadlines Read More Claire Byrne said turning 50 and RTÉ pay cuts were factors in Newstalk move – The JournalJanuary 17, 2026 Claire Byrne said turning 50 and RTÉ pay cuts were factors in Newstalk move The Journal‘I nearly ran over…